Dallas Trinity FC

Dallas Trinity FC
Full nameDallas Trinity FC
Short nameDTFC
FoundedMay 16, 2023 (2023-05-16)
StadiumCotton Bowl, Dallas, Texas, US
Capacity92,100
OwnerJim Neil family
General managerChris Petrucelli
CoachPauline MacDonald
LeagueUSLS
Websitewww.dallastrinityfc.com
colors

Dallas Trinity FC is an American professional women's soccer club based in Dallas, Texas, that competes in the USL Super League (USLS).

History

Establishment

A team representing the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex was announced in May 2023, along with the founding of the United Soccer League's USL Super League.[1] Private funding for the team was paired with $592,000 from the city to have the team play at the Cotton Bowl, by far the highest-capacity stadium in the Super League.[2] The deal was designed for a two-year term with an option for future seasons.[2][3]

Inaugural season

Chris Petrucelli was named the initial general manager and the team confirmed to start play when the league began on August 17, 2024.[4] Scotland's long tenured U-17 coach, Pauline MacDonald, was publicly named the club's first coach in June 2024.[5] Amber Brooks became Dallas's first signing on May 31, 2024.[6]

Adding to the excitement, Dallas Trinity brought in several players who are either from the DFW Metroplex or played college soccer in the Metroplex including: Hailey Davidson, Haley Berg, Allie Thornton, Gracie Brian, Cyera Hintzen, Enzi Broussard, Chioma Ubogagu, Madison White, Samantha Meza, Jenna Winebrenner and Sam Estrada.[7]

Dallas played their inaugural match on August 18, 2024, against Tampa Bay Sun FC. With head coach MacDonald unavailable due to work visa complications, GM Petrucelli stepped in as interim head coach for the game. Dallas dominated much of the match, with Hannah Davison scoring Dallas's opening goal in first-half stoppage time, marking the first goal in club history. However, Tampa Bay equalized in the second half, and despite several attempts from Dallas, the game ended in a draw.[8]

Identity

The name and branding for the team was announced on May 9, 2024, with elements inspired by the Trinity River.[9]

Colors

Dallas Trinity FC's colors were announced as: (1) sunrise maroon, (2) prairie gold, and (3) live oak green. Their website says: "The colors draw inspiration from the city skyline and the Trinity River, which reflects the vibrant nature of Dallas, as well as local pride and excellence."[10]

Crest and Mascot

The club's crest features a Pegasus, and their mascot is a palomino horse named Boots, aligning with the tradition of Dallas-based sports teams such as the Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Wings, SMU Mustangs and Texas Rangers, all of which have horse-related mascots or crests. Boots's entrance theme is These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra.

Sponsorship

Period Kit manufacturer Shirt sponsor (front) Shirt sponsor (back) Sleeve sponsor Shorts sponsor Ref.
2024–present Nike None Relay Human Cloud (2024-25)

Trust & Will (2025)[11]

El Rio Grande Latin Market The Wine Group/Cupcake Vineyards [12]

Stadium

Dallas Trinity play their home games at the Cotton Bowl, a municipally owned stadium located in the Fair Park neighborhood of Dallas, Texas.

Players and staff

Current squad

As of July 9, 2025[13]

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
0 GK  USA Samantha Estrada
1 GK  CAN Rylee Foster
2 DF  USA Hannah Davison
3 FW  USA Kiley Dulaney
6 MF  NGA Deborah Abiodun (on loan from Washington Spirit)
8 MF  FIN Jenny Danielsson
9 FW  ENG Lucy Shepherd
10 FW  USA Lexi Missimo
11 MF  USA Maya McCutcheon
13 FW  USA Cyera Hintzen
No. Pos. Nation Player
14 FW  ENG Chioma Ubogagu
15 DF  UGA Shadia Nankya (on loan from Washington Spirit)
16 FW  BRA Tamara Bolt (on loan from Washington Spirit)
17 MF  USA Gracie Brian
19 DF  USA Samar Guidry
20 FW  USA Allie Thornton
21 FW  USA Camryn Lancaster
22 MF  USA Amber Brooks (captain)
52 MF  USA Caroline Swann

Academy players

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
12 MF  USA Sealey Strawn

Staff

As of September 9, 2024*

Front office
Position Name
Owner Neil Family
President Charlie Neil
General Manager Chris Petrucelli
Technical staff
Head Coach Pauline MacDonald
Assistant Coach Gavin Beith
Head of Soccer Operations Becky Maines
Goalkeeper Coach Giovanni Solis
3rd Assistant/Analyst Nick Petrucelli
Head of Performance Jonathan Corbett

Records

Year-by-year

As of May 31, 2025
Season League Regular season Playoffs Avg. attendance Top Goalscorer
P W D L GF GA Pts Pos Name(s) Goals
2024–25 USLS 28 12 7 9 42 30 43 3rd Semi-finals 3,546 Allie Thornton 13

^ 1. Top goalscorer(s) includes all goals scored in League, and USL Super Cup Playoffs, and other competitive matches.

Head coaching record

As of June 25, 2025

Only competitive matches are counted.*

All-time Dallas Trinity FC coaching records
Head Coach Nat. From To P W D L GF GA Win%
Chris Petrucelli (interim) August 18, 2024 September 13, 2024 3 1 2 0 8 4 66.67
Pauline MacDonald September 14, 2024 June 25, 2025 26 11 5 10 34 26 51.92

Team records

As of July 4, 2025.[14] Current players in bold. Statistics are updated once a year after the conclusion of the USL Super League season.
Most appearances
Player Appearances
# Name Nat. Pos. Trinity career USLS Playoffs Total
1 Amber Brooks MF 2024– 28 1 29
2 Allie Thornton FW 2024– 27 1 28
3 Gracie Brian MF 2024– 26 1 27
Julia Dorsey DF 2024–2025 26 1 27
5 Hannah Davison DF 2024– 25 1 26
Cyera Hintzen MF 2024– 25 1 26
Chioma Ubogagu MF 2024– 25 1 26
Madison White GK 2024–2025 25 1 26
9 Jenna Walker DF 2024–2025 24 1 25
10 Sealey Strawn FW 2024– 19 0 19
Top goalscorers
Player Goals scored
# Name Nat. Pos. Trinity career USLS Playoffs Total
1 Allie Thornton FW 2024– 13 0 13
2 Chioma Ubogagu MF 2024– 5 0 5
3 Sealey Strawn FW 2024– 4 0 4
4 Gracie Brian MF 2024– 3 0 3
Amber Brooks MF 2024– 3 0 3
Hannah Davison DF 2024– 2 1 3
7 Cyera Hintzen MF 2024– 2 0 2
Camryn Lancaster MF 2024– 2 0 2
Samantha Meza MF 2024 2 0 2
Lexi Missimo MF 2025– 2 0 2

See also

References

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  11. ^ "Dallas Trinity FC Secures Trust & Will as Back of Kit Entitlement Sponsor". Dallas Trinity FC. Retrieved April 20, 2025.
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